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Watermelon Park Campground accommodates pets across its drive-in RV sites, with riverside areas popular for families bringing dogs. The campground features electric hookups, thirty-amp and fifty-amp service, and allows both campfires and alcohol. Pet owners note that while the campground offers beautiful views of the river and mountain, not all sites include picnic tables and there are no fire rings, though above-ground fire pits are permitted. Sky Meadows State Park Campground also welcomes pets in its tent-only camping area, requiring a one-mile hike to reach the secluded sites. Each campsite includes a bear box, fire ring with grill gate, picnic table, and tent pad, providing essential amenities for campers with dogs.
Berryville Berries provides a more primitive camping experience along a flowing creek where pets are welcome, with spacious sites that feel remote despite being a short drive from Winchester. The camping spots offer plenty of room for families with multiple dogs, as one visitor mentioned bringing three dogs while still having ample space. During spring visits, campers can enjoy Blue Bells blooming alongside the creek while dogs splash in the water. Harpers Ferry area campgrounds, including the KOA and Harpers Ferry Campground, allow pets in their cabins and tent sites. The campgrounds' proximity to trails provides opportunities for dog walks, though visitors should note potential crowds on weekends that might affect pets that are sensitive to noise or other animals.
"This place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September."
"We set up camp at Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA Holiday as our launchpad to visit the historic sites in and around Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Frederick, Maryland. "
from $40 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Harper's Ferry is a little town in WV nestled right next to the Potomac River. It's also a convenient halfwayish point on the Appalachian Trail."
"This hike takes you well above the town settled in West Virginia. While some points are pretty steep don’t let this deter you from completing it. The trail is well maintained, marked, and exciting."
"It is a nice campground, decent and clean facilities and a nice location near the river. Price is a little high considering there is no sewer hookup (dump station is on site)."
"Well maintained and owner was around everyday doing work on the property and was friendly."
from $60 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Parking is in a locked lot steps away from trail head which leads to campsites about a mile away. Campsites are in a wooded area of park well away from other park attractions so it's very quiet."
"But you have to drive up to the main building, register, go back to the overnight lot, put in the gate code, hang the lot tag on your mirror, and hike in to the site."
from $21 - $112 / night
Check Availability"Overall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them."
"Picked this location because it is close to our home in Silver Spring, MD but far enough to make us feel like we were leaving town."
from $10 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Unfortunately, it is located right on a major highway. This means there is easy access, but the traffic noise is less than ideal. But the gem of this place is the management and staff!"
"No restaurant within walking range so have food on hand. There are a few places that will deliver but the food is a 5 out of 10 at best. Hwy 81 is right next door so you will hear road noise."
from $38 - $77 / night
Check Availability"Our patio was on the side next to the road which was a little close to traffic but we still loved siting there, especially in the evening with a campfire."
"Tons of trails great for families with dogs or those wanting to get out and hike. The campsite featured some of the best bathroom/ shower houses, they were super clean and well maintained."
from $27 - $427 / night
Check Availability"With easy access off major roadways and a short drive from Winchester, VA, you can get whatever you need and then be back in the woods in no time."
"My family and I (three boys and three dogs) love camping here!"
from $50 / night
"Portable water and dumping station located at the camp store. We stayed at site 146 on the first caul-de-sac off the first loop just another site away from the bath house (which was pretty clean)."
"Hot dog. Best camping showers I've ever had. Only draw back is that there's only one playground that's awkwardly located."
from $39 - $100 / night
Check Availability"There are four loops; two with no hookups and no pets allowed, one with no hookups that allow pets and one with electric sites that allow pets."
"My partner and our two dogs loved this campground! We were in the dogwood loop. Positives
* Big, immaculately groomed tent pads
* Mostly tent campers!"
from $23 - $29 / night
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TravelerWe began our membership here this June. it has a great atmosphere on the banks of the Shenandoah River. There are activities every weekend like concerts and group activities. Staff is very friendly and helpful. The facilities are clean and very convenient. Pet friendly; two dog parks.
GuideBeautiful views. Adjacent to a working farm where cows, sheep, llamas, chickens and roosters can graze next to the campsites.
The grounds were beautifully manicured and incredibly clean.
It also had the largest dog park area of any campground I’ve ever seen.
Very nice pool, friendly staff and firewood available for purchase. They will even deliver right to your site.
Very close to downtown Luray, which has great shops and restaurants. There is a very nice 2 mile long walking trail, the Luray-Hawksbill Greenway, near the campground that will take you right into town.
Also close by to some excellent hiking, wineries, breweries and distilleries.
ScoutWe recently stayed for a long weekend at the Outlanders campground after we received a referral from a friend and could not have been more happy with our stay. The RV sites at this campground are very spaced out, you have a lot of room to each side of your RV. The park and facilities were very clean. They have a playground for the kids, fishing ponds, cabins, pet friendly with a dog park and they are located right along the Shenandoah river. You can go tubing on the river but need to provide your own tubes. The ride down the river from one end of the park to the other is around 30 minutes. Also for all of the people attached to the internet like us we were able to have plenty of cell signal to hotspot and get internet.
ScoutThis campground is very close to Luray Caverns and all that they have to offer. There is also a Duke's of Hazzard themed museum and store where they do live music on weekends nearby, it's called Cooter's. This campground is very small but quiet. It does border cow pasture land so when the wind shifts you get the smell but it wasn't constant and it wasn't unbearable. They have 2 swimming pools and a very large dog park. The bath houses were clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend this campground.
LegendThis place is right outside the gate of Harpers Ferry NP. We walked to the shuttle bus stop. It is a very large KOA, and was almost empty when we visited in September. The original site the gave us had a large rut and washed out spot, so we could not get level. I checked in the office and the reassigned another space that was much better. Full hook ups, nice clean shower and bathrooms, playground, pool, large dog park.
ScoutOverall great camp ground only thing I noticed is at some of the RV sites the hook ups are in crazy spots some are In the neighboring sites area so you have to drag extensions around them. Also the pool and dog park isn’t on site you have to leave to go to it.
TravelerThe staff and seasonal campers are all very friendly. The bathrooms are incredibly clean. We love all the games there are to play and the dog park is our favorite spot. Overall, it's peaceful and quiet in a nice, wooded setting.
RangerGreat campground for families. Large water park that goes to 3 ft. Playgrounds, dog park, canteen, mini golf, jumping pillow, laser tag, pedal cars, gem mining are just some of the amenities. Very pricey during peak season. We did the camp & store at about $50/night.
RangerThis is a campers dream site. Everything you can think of is offered here. You have to check their website to see all. This is the closest site to Washington DC. Great location with access to all forms of transportation. Store fully stocked to include groceries. Two pools. Hot tub. Play areas to include a game room and miniature golf. Pets are pampered here. Even dog walking service available.
The Bluemont region sits within Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains at approximately 680 feet elevation, offering a distinctive camping experience where the Appalachian foothills meet the Shenandoah Valley. Seasonal weather variations affect camping conditions significantly, with spring bringing flooding concerns along waterways and summer temperatures regularly reaching the high 80s. The area features numerous dog friendly campgrounds near Bluemont with varying terrain and accessibility options.
River activities: tubing: Brunswick Family Campground provides river access for tubing and water activities. "The Shenandoah River and the campground enjoy," notes one camper who visited multiple times, finding the riverfront setting ideal for water recreation.
Historical exploration: 30-minute drive: Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park Campground places campers near significant historical sites. "This state park is adjacent to Shenandoah National Park and is just as beautiful and rich in history!" mentions a reviewer who appreciated the historical context available to campers.
Mountain biking: maintained trails: The state parks near Bluemont maintain trail systems suitable for mountain biking. "Lots of trails, wildlife and activities in and near the park," notes a visitor to Shenandoah River State Park, highlighting the biking opportunities available.
Primitive camping experience: creekside: Berryville Berries offers a back-to-basics camping experience along a creek. "This camping area has all the feel of being remote and isolated, but it's actually in very short range of all the amenities you'd ever need," explains a camper who enjoyed the balance of seclusion and convenience.
Hammock camping options: designated posts: Sky Meadows State Park Campground provides hammock infrastructure at most sites. "If it hadn't rained, I also would've been able to use the hammock posts at my site (you could use these to hang a clothesline too if you wanted)," reports one camper who appreciated this unique amenity.
Fall foliage viewing: seasonal appeal: The regional campgrounds showcase vibrant autumn colors. "It was fall and the colors were gorgeous," reports a visitor to Bull Run Regional Park, noting how the seasonal changes enhanced their camping experience.
Train noise considerations: overnight disruptions: Harpers Ferry Campground sits near active train tracks with regular traffic. "The trains that come through here almost hourly range from quick commuter MARC or Amtrak trains to long freight trains. The proximity to the tracks means that if the sound doesn't wake you up, the rumbling ground will. Every hour through the night," cautions a reviewer.
Non-RVIA certification issues: entry restrictions: Some campgrounds enforce RV certification requirements. "Walked into the campground office to get my spot & the first question was 'Do you have an RVIA Number'. That is when I was told I could not stay at Candy Hill," reports a traveler with a DIY conversion van who was turned away.
Weekend crowding: lake areas: State parks with lakes become extremely busy during summer weekends. "The beach by the lake is PACKED every weekend with day trippers - we avoided it since we are careful due to COVID," notes a camper at Greenbrier State Park.
Playground access: multiple options: Bull Run Regional Park offers extensive family facilities. "This campground was full of stuff to do and we didn't even get to do a lot of it. The campground had a climbing wall on one afternoon. There are miles of trails and my gkids enjoyed the nature scavenger hunt. You even get a prize when you finish," shares a grandparent who stayed in a cabin.
Swimming locations: river vs. lake: Different water access options suit different family preferences. "Great campground for families. Views of river and mountain towering above campground on opposite side. Cheap tube rentals with busses that take you 2-3 miles up the road and drop you at boat landing," reports a visitor to Watermelon Park who enjoyed the river setting.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: morning hours: Early risers may spot local wildlife at campgrounds. "At night I saw white-tailed deer and heard owls and cattle! During the day I saw/heard SOOO many birds on the South Ridge Trail and found a bear track," recounts a camper at Sky Meadows.
Site levelness: varied by location: Harpers Ferry/Civil War Battlefields KOA has site limitations for larger RVs. "Heads up, big rig owners! Our Pull-thru FHU Patio site(#199) had a serious slope. It was impossible to level my 45' motorhome without elevating the front wheels dangerously in the air," warns a reviewer who had to request a site change.
Hookup locations: shared utilities: Some campgrounds have unusual utility setups. "Many sites share a power pole and water faucet, but they are well situated," notes a Brunswick Family Campground visitor, providing information valuable for planning RV site selection.
Mud management: rain concerns: Weather impacts affect camping comfort significantly. "Then the rains came and everything turned into mud. We had a rug laid down, but the mud and water worked its way through that. We couldn't enter the RV without tracking mode through it," reports a camper at Harpers Ferry KOA, suggesting preparation for inclement weather.
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